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Understanding Hip Joint

The acetabulofemoral joint, also known as the hip joint is one of the significant and largest weight-bearing joints. The thigh bone (femur) and the pelvis (acetabulum) intersect in this joint. The hip joint is a ball and socket joint in which the head of the femur is the ball and the pelvic acetabulum forms the socket.

The hip joint surface is covered by smooth articular cartilage that helps to cushion, enabling a smooth movement of the joint. It is designed for mobility and stability of the entire lower extremity to move in three planes. Additionally, it offers shock absorption to the torso and upper body. It supports the weight of the body during standing, walking, or running positions.

Some diseases, disorders, or even accidents can cause damage to the cartilage or the total hip joint. As a result of damage to the hip joint, the major consequences are usually severe pain and stiffness and may lead to multiple problems, such as injured ligaments, loose bone fragments, joint surface damage, and other medical conditions, including arthritis, gout, and infection.

If you've been diagnosed with a hip condition and need treatment, there is likely to be a number of surgical procedures that may be required. Understanding these before surgery will help alleviate stress, confusion and it could even reduce costs.